SNL's 50th Season Starts with Political Humor

Saturday Night Live (SNL) kicked off its 50th season with a politically charged cold open that featured Maya Rudolph returning as Kamala Harris and James Austin Johnson as Donald Trump. The skit humorously depicted the 2024 presidential campaign rallies of both Harris and Trump, with notable guest appearances by Jim Gaffigan as Tim Walz, Andy Samberg as Doug Emhoff, and Dana Carvey as President Joe Biden. The show also referenced recent real-life events, including the false claims about Haitian immigrants and the assassination attempts on Trump. Fans praised Rudolph's portrayal of Harris, with many highlighting her attention to detail and comedic timing. The season premiere was hosted by Jean Smart with musical guest Jelly Roll.